Land Investment Officer

The Land Investment Officer (LIO) is responsible for identifying, evaluating, negotiating and facilitating the acquisition of land and real estate properties on behalf of the JoyNostalg Group.

The LIO serves as one of the Group's key representatives in dealing with landowners, sellers, brokers, farmers, tenants, government & private workers, professional advisers and other stakeholders involved in land acquisition.

This is a highly relationship-driven and commercially oriented role. Success in the position requires more than simply following procedures. The LIO must be able to understand people, identify opportunities, overcome obstacles, solve problems creatively and find practical ways to achieve the Company's land acquisition objectives while protecting the Company's interests.

The ideal candidate is resourceful, persuasive, perceptive, commercially astute and highly trustworthy. He or she must be comfortable operating in both formal and informal environments and communicating effectively with people from very different social, professional and economic backgrounds.

A successful LIO does not simply acquire land. The LIO acquires the right land, at the right terms and at the right price, while maintaining productive & positive relationships with stakeholders throughout the process.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Land Identification & Investment Sourcing

• Identify and source potential land acquisition opportunities in accordance with the Company's investment objectives.
• Develop and maintain a network of landowners, brokers, agents, local contacts, communities, professionals, and other sources of property opportunities.
• Conduct initial assessments of potential properties, including location, size, accessibility, ownership, surrounding developments, market conditions, and potential strategic value.
• Monitor emerging land opportunities and proactively identify properties that may become suitable for future acquisition.
• Conduct field visits and engage directly with landowners and other stakeholders.

B. Landowner & Stakeholder Management

• Establish and maintain professional relationships with landowners and their representatives.
• Communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders, including farmers, tenants, local communities, government officials, lawyers, brokers, employees, landed families, corporations, and individual property owners.
• Understand the circumstances, priorities, concerns, and motivations of stakeholders involved in a transaction.
• Build trust and credibility while protecting the Company's commercial interests.
• Manage sensitive or difficult conversations with professionalism, patience, discretion, and sound judgment.

C. Negotiation & Acquisition

• Lead or support negotiations involving land purchase prices, payment structures, terms, conditions, timelines, and other commercial considerations.
• Develop negotiation strategies based on the Company's objectives and the circumstances of each transaction.
• Seek commercially advantageous terms and ensure that acquisitions are made at appropriate and defensible values.
• Develop creative and practical solutions when transactions encounter objections, delays, conflicting interests, or other obstacles.
• Maintain persistence in pursuing legitimate opportunities while exercising sound judgment regarding when and how to escalate issues.
• Coordinate with management, legal counsel, finance, technical teams, and other relevant parties to facilitate successful transactions.

D. Due Diligence & Transaction Coordination

• Gather and organize relevant property information and documentation.
• Coordinate with internal and external professionals for legal, technical, financial, title, survey, zoning, tax, and other due diligence requirements.
• Identify potential risks, discrepancies, ownership issues, encumbrances, claims, or other concerns that may affect a transaction.
• Assist in preparing transaction summaries, investment assessments, negotiation reports, and recommendations for management approval.
• Monitor the progress of transactions from initial discussions through closing and turnover.

E. Financial & Commercial Stewardship

• Assist in evaluating the financial and commercial attractiveness of potential land acquisitions.
• Ensure that negotiated terms are aligned with approved acquisition parameters and Company objectives.
• Properly account for and safeguard funds, documents, and other assets entrusted to the LIO in connection with land transactions.
• Maintain accurate records of negotiations, payments, commitments, and transaction-related documents.
• Coordinate closely with finance and management regarding payment schedules and disbursements.

F. Internal Coordination & Reporting

• Provide regular updates on the status of active land opportunities and negotiations.
• Maintain a clear pipeline of potential acquisitions and their respective stages.
• Escalate significant risks, issues, or changes in transaction terms promptly.
• Work closely with management and cross-functional teams to ensure that land acquisitions progress efficiently and responsibly.
• Perform other duties related to land investment and acquisition as may be assigned.